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FNBO Invests $39,000 in Future of Agriculture Through FFA Donations

FNBO Invests $39,000 in Future of Agriculture Through FFA Donations


By Andi Anderson

FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha) reaffirms its dedication to the agriculture industry by pledging $39,000 in donations to support FFA programs across Nebraska, Colorado, Illinois, South Dakota, and Wyoming. Spearheaded by Christina Kahler, Managing Director of Marketing & Philanthropy, FNBO's contributions aim to enrich educational experiences for students enrolled in agricultural education.

Christina Kahler expressed FNBO's pride in upholding its commitment to the agriculture sector and nurturing the development of future agriculturalists through various donations and volunteer initiatives. FNBO, recognized as the fourth-largest agricultural lender in the US, sees these efforts as pivotal in ensuring the vitality of farming and ranching communities.

FNBO continues its longstanding support of the Nebraska FFA Launch! Program with a $12,000 donation for the seventh consecutive year. This funding bolsters the year-long program, serving as a catalyst for entrepreneurship-based education among Nebraska FFA members and agricultural education students.

FNBO maintains its backing of the Colorado FFA Foundation with a $2,500 donation, empowering agricultural education initiatives for students in the state.

FNBO extends its impact by allocating $24,500 to local FFA chapters in Nebraska, Illinois, South Dakota, and Wyoming. Additionally, FNBO's Agribusiness Lenders will volunteer at various FFA chapters, providing agribusiness education to over 1,000 students in their communities.

FNBO's substantial contributions underscore its commitment to fostering the next generation of agricultural leaders and ensuring a prosperous future for the agriculture industry. Through these investments in FFA programs, FNBO aims to nurture the skills and passion of young agriculturalists, laying a foundation for sustainable growth and innovation in agriculture.

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